GVA
Geneva
Switzerland
1,638 km
1,018 miles
WHS
Whalsay
United Kingdom
Distance
1,638 km
1,018 mi / 885 nm
Est. Flight Time
3h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Europe/Zurich
Heading
346°
north northwest

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GVA WHS
Airport Name Geneva Cointrin International Airport Whalsay Airport
IATA Code GVA WHS
ICAO Code LSGG EGEH
City Geneva Whalsay
Country Switzerland United Kingdom
Timezone Europe/Zurich Europe/London
Elevation 1,411 ft 100 ft
Coordinates 46.240000, 6.110000 60.380000, -0.930000

Geneva (GVA) to Whalsay (WHS) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Geneva Cointrin International Airport (GVA) in Geneva, Switzerland to Whalsay Airport (WHS) in Whalsay, United Kingdom is 1,638 kilometers (1,018 miles / 885 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying north northwest at a heading of 346°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting Switzerland with United Kingdom. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 21:04 in Geneva, it's 20:04 in Whalsay.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,311 feet between the two airports. Whalsay Airport sits lower than Geneva Cointrin International Airport.

The return flight from Whalsay (WHS) to Geneva (GVA) follows a heading of 161° (south southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Geneva Cointrin International Airport (GVA) and Whalsay Airport (WHS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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